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4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
2 TBSP honey
1 TBSP soy sauce
1 tsp finely grated lemon peel
1 TBSP lemon juice
salt and pepper

8 oz rice noodles
2 tsp sesame oil
1 TBSP sesame seeds
1 tsp finely grated lemon peel

1. Using a sharp knife, score the chicken breasts with a criss-cross pattern on both sides (making sure that you do not cut all the way through the meat.)

2. Combine the honey, soy sauce, lemon peel, and juice in a small bowl and season with black pepper.

3. Arrange the chicken on the broiler rack and brush with half the honey mixture. Cook under a preheated broiler for 10 minutes, then turn over and brush with the remaining mixture. Cook for a further 8-10 minutes, then turn over and brush with the remaining mixture. Cook for a further 8-10 minutes, or until cooked through and tender. The juices should run clear when the thickest part of the chicken is pierced with a skewer.

4. Meanwhile, prepare the noodles, according to the package instructions. Drain well and transfer to a warm serving bowl. Add the sesame oil, sesame seeds, and lemon peel and toss well to mix. Season with salt and pepper to taste and keep warm.

5. Drain the chicken and serve immediately with a small mound of noodles. Garnish with chives.